Dell H7228 manual Network Setup Wizard, Network cable

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Network Setup Wizard

The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.

1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

2On the welcome screen, click Next.

3Click Checklist for creating a network.

NOTE: Selecting the This computer connects directly to the Internet connection method enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.

4Complete the checklist and required preparations.

5Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.

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Contents USB 2.0 connectors Ieee 1394 connector Dell Dimension 4600CAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreAppendix Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m How to clean my computer Tips on using WindowsFinding Information for Your Computer Microsoft Windows License LabelDownloads Drivers, patches, and software updates Answers to technical serviceHow to use Windows XP Support questionsSetting Up and Using Your Computer Connecting the AC Adapter Japan onlyScrew Tabs Tab holes Setting Up and Using Your ComputerAttaching and Removing the Computer Stand Setting Up a Printer Parallel connector on computer Connecting a Parallel Printer Printer Cable Screws Clips Parallel printer Cable NotchesUSB connector on computer Connecting a USB PrinterSetting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting an Ieee 1394 Device OptionalConnecting to a Network Adapter Ieee 1394 connector Ieee 1394 cableNetwork cable Network Setup WizardSetting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDHelpful Tips Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsHyper-Threading Turning Off Your Computer Booting to a USB DeviceSetting Up and Using Your Computer Solving Problems Finding SolutionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m See Finding Help Information Battery ProblemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Drive ProblemsCD drive problems Hard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsDVD drive problems Solving Problems Operating System not Found Contact Dell see Error MessagesComputer stops responding General ProblemsProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedlySolid blue screen appears Other software problemsGeneral hardware problems Other technical problemsKeyboard Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsMouse Problems Link activity light Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Modules, reinstall one module Modules installed, removeNormally, reinstall an additional Identified a faulty module orIf the problem persists or Remove the card and reinstall itIf the computer has a video card See page 66, and restartDell Diagnostics Option Function Starting the Dell DiagnosticsDrivers What Is a Driver?Identifying Drivers Tab FunctionRestoring Your Operating System Reinstalling DriversRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Enabling System RestoreAdding Parts Front and Back View of the ComputerFront View Instead, perform an operating system shutdown Unexpectedly restartMore information Back View Network jack Modem jack Reattaching the Front Door Front door Opening the Computer CoverHinge arms Closed position Back of computer Adding Parts Cable security tabLooking Inside Your Computer System Board PC Card Types Adding PC Cards OptionalInstalling a PC Card Removing a PC Card Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Hinged lever Filler bracket Notch Lever Tab card clip AGP connector PCI connectorRemoving a Video Card DDR Memory Overview Installing a Video CardAdding Memory Installing Memory Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips ConnectorRemoving Memory Closing the Computer Cover Microprocessor SpecificationsSystem Information Expansion BusMemory Ports and ConnectorsDrives VideoAudio PowerNetwork Controls and Lights914 m 3000 ft EnvironmentalIs 914 m 3000 ft Standard Settings System Setup Screens Clearing Forgotten PasswordsViewing Settings Replacing the Battery Battery Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Class a Class B FCC Notices U.S. OnlyFCC Identification Information Contacting DellAppendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix 800 300 412 or 21 422 07 Appendix Appendix Toll-free Or toll-free Appendix Index 101 Index102 Index IndexIndex 103 Index 104